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CFTC gives approval to first renewables trading platform

A clean energy trading platform has become the first to receive approval from the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and harbours ambitions to become "the ICE of renewables".

ISSB reports will satisfy California climate disclosure rules, regulator says

BPCE issues pioneering 'European Defence Bond'

As the debate around the 'sustainable' credentials of defence investment heats up, a new sustainable bond-inspired defence bond label enters the market. Ahren Lester writes

Insurers unclear on path to UK SRS compliance, Crowe survey finds

A survey by consultancy Crowe UK has revealed "significant uncertainty" for some insurers over the forthcoming UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS), with many yet to assess the full implications of the standard for their organisations.

Lombard Odier to acquire Ownership Capital

Investors renew push for FTSE 100 companies to give vote on transition plan

Carbon project developers complain of 'painful' delays at Verra

Carbon project developers have criticised delays in Verra's approval process, telling Environmental Finance this is causing friction with some buyers of carbon credits.

Sustainable investors walking 'fine line' when it comes to defence stocks

Sustainable investors looking to allocate to the defence sector are navigating a "fine line" when it comes to ascertaining whether products can be used for offensive as well as defensive purposes, a UK asset manager has claimed.

SPO providers hail sustainable debt market innovation despite contraction

Optimism for SLB prospects is widespread among SPO providers, as issuers continue to focus on sustainable debt innovation amid the market slowdown. Ahren Lester reports

Exchanges call on policymakers to provide more direction on nature

Exchanges hope to launch nature-related initiatives and products, but have implored governments to lay the groundwork by providing better consistency and clarity on how they will tackle nature degradation.